President
Helena Dropcho called the meeting to order and led those present in reciting
the Pledge of Allegiance. Jim Lauffer gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the May 10, 2012, meeting were reviewed. Correction: "recourse"
was changed to "resource." Minutes approved as corrected.

Treasurer's
Report: accepted as read.

Membership
drive: Memberships are coming in at a nice pace. John Dropcho presented
a new letter named "call to action" to be included with new
membership applications.

Basket
Party: Cynthia reports we have 20 donated baskets at the Cafe, 23 promises
for basket donations, and five basket donations waiting to be brought
in by Helena and Janet. Helena reported that in order to advertise in
the St. Mary's bulletin, the copy had to be there by Tuesday. (We missed
the deadline.)

Newspapers and magazines: Helena reported that Joe from the Tribune-Democrat
will be in tomorrow. Copies of Johnstown magazine and the Tribune
Democrat will arrive for sale starting this week.

Cafe:
Now serving hot dogs, Polish sausage, sweet and hot sausage sandwiches
with peppers and onions. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture came
and inspected the Cafe for the health and food service license. We passed,
with two minor discrepancies. We need two people to open the Cafe for
the first two morning hours and we need two people to help close the Cafe
the final two hours in the evening.

Our
Town: The Cafe will be selling the video DVDs for $21.95 plus tax.

Demographics chart: John Dropcho brought in another draft; this chart
is still in the works.

Sports
clubs' donations: Helena and John traveled to Pittsburgh and picked up
the Penguins donation for the basket party.

Donations:
Ed Patterson, associated with the Ghost Town Trail, dropped off three
books: Ghost Town Guidebook, Hoodlebug Trail Guidebook, and Insider's
Guide to Indiana County Parks and Trails. These are to remain in the
Cafe as resources.

Other:
Jon Kennedy is here from California to help for the summer. Possible new
members will be joining us to actively help.

Adjourn:
Jim made a motion to adjourn the meeting, Paul seconded. Meeting adjourned.

Report
of Meeting of May 10, 2012

President
Helena Dropcho called the meeting to order and led those present in reciting
the Pledge of Allegiance. Cynthia gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the April 5, 2012 meeting were reviewed. Corrections: The
dates of the Jackson Heritage Days are July 22-24. Anetta's name was misspelled.

Treasurer's
Report: Jim reported the correction in "total sales income"
to BEFORE tax rather than AFTER. John made a motion to accept the report,
seconded by Paul. Motion carried.

Cafe
license: The application has been completed and signed.

Credit
card update: The machine has arrived and workers need to be trained in
its use.

Events schedule: we need a chart somewhere to indicate all events in which
the NGTAMHS is involved. For example: Yard Sale: June 16, 2012, 10-3pm;
Basket Party: June 23, 2012, 12-2:30; Jackson Heritage Days: July 22 -
24, 2012.

Printing:
8,000 impressions this week, including: Revamping Marlene's Pizza Menu
by adding banners and clip art and the phrase: "Buy your pizza at
Marlene's and enjoy it at the Liberty Cafe next door"; newsletters;
membership renewals; new membership applicationsall but 88 newsletters,
that need stamps, are in the mail; memorial/honor applications. Jim added
a photo of the honor plaque on the rear of the memorial/honor application
and photos of the cafe interior to the membership applications/renewals.

Newsletters
are on their way via mail.

Research department: Helena's and Janet's desks are in a cubicle.

Cafe:
The Borough is seeking a grant to replace our sidewalk so we we don't
have to pay for it.

Jim
reported that we cannot build a handicap access ramp, according to the
Nanty Glo Borough's engineer firm, because building's front sidewalk is
not wide enough. The building never had an occupancy permit, so we may
be able to get a variance from the State Department of Labor and Industry
that it is not feasible to install a handicap access ramp.

Deb
has accepted a paying job and will have fewer hours available to give
the cafe. We need Cafe workers to schedule.

Demographics
chart: After five drafts, John has developed a chart to record patrons
and visitors to the Cafe. This information is valuable when applying for
grants. The chart presently would use a tally system to record age categories
of patrons (child, teen, adult, senior), and if they are a Ghost Town
Trail user. It will tally how many products the patron purchases in the
following categories: beverage, ice cream, and snacks. Finally it will
track the type of weather for the day. If this chart proves to be too
cumbersome, discussion will be held about improvements.

Sports clubs' donations: Helena has received one response to her requests
regarding donations. A letter has been received promising game tickets
from the Altoona Curve; no response yet from the Penguins.

Donations:
Ed Patterson, connected with the Ghost Town Trail, dropped off three books:
Ghost Town Guidebook, Hoodlebug Trail Guidebook, and Insider's Guide to
Indiana County Parks and Trails. These are to be kept in the Cafe as resources.

Vendors:
Cynthia reported candy and snacks are now available at the Cafe. The boxes
prices are front and back and an alphabetized list is available behind
the counter. These items are non-taxable. Helena reported we may sell
Johnstown Magazine, with a minimum of five copies to start; the
Tribune Democrat with a minimum of five copies to start, and the
Nanty Glo Journal, with a minimum of 10 copies to start. We would
be billed the second week of every month and the companies would accept
returns of unsold product.

Other:
May 16, 2012 is the preview of the WPSU film Our Town about Nanty Glo
and surrounding areas. It will be shown at the high school auditorium
at 6:30 p.m. The airing on PBS is May 24, 2012.

Adjournment: Paul made a motion to adjourn the meeting, Anetta seconded.
Meeting adjourned.

President
Helena Dropcho called the meeting to order and led those present in reciting
the Pledge of Allegiance. Jim Lauffer gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the March 1, 2012 meeting were reviewed. Corrections: December
to March, 2011 to 2012 in the heading. On page 2 other, corrected to "Helena
will get in touch" rather than that she had arranged it with Johnstown
Magazine's Katrina. Karen made a motion to approve the minutes with corrections,
seconded by Steve. The minutes then were approved.

Treasurer's
Report: Jim reported "the system was down," so he cannot supply
the report. Steve made a motion to table the report, seconded by Janet.
Motion carried.

Cindy's
cell is phone is the contact number at present. Paul Cassidy is our sales
rep (814) 266-8702 ext 635 fax (814) 266-4619. Hand dip freezer if not
in stock, will take up to one-and-a-half weeks to two weeks Gallikers
maintains their freezers and will replace any spoiled product. Paul will
train on proper way to hand scoop to get more product out of a three-gallon
container. They will give us scoops, signs, flavor boards (NO cones).

Mastrine's Copy Center does not have a working 11 x 17 networkable color
or non-color machine. 11x17 machine networkable $1000 & up with color
would be $4500

New
England Coffee - Spoke to company rep on 4/3, sent to distributor to contact
us RUSH.

Ice
- Home City Ice Company (800) 283-4423. Cost per 7 lb bag, plus shipping
fee + fee for cooler (indoor or outdoor style) Right now, we are buying
ice at Foodland for 99 cents a bag.

UPS
is not taking any more satellite offices unless the company is a national
chain.

Phone
System: Jim reported the best offer is to run through satellite internet,
a commercial-style includes a startup fee and a monthly fee for unlimited
use. Karen then brought up the possibility of finding a sponsor to help
with the cost. Discussion followed on the ways we approach the public
for money: two raffle tickets yearly, membership fees, basket party, yard
sales, etc. Paul made a motion to table this action for another month
and Janet seconded it. Motion carried.

ATM
- Cafe sales: Jim reported that the company with the best offer was Flagship
Merchant Service. This company handles credit card processing without
a month-to-month contract, and the lowest fees. Jim feels we should process
ATMs (debit card sales) only, as they are batched and the money is available
within 24 hours, whereas using credit card sales may take up to three
months for us to receive the money. At events, we would use a hand swipe
machine. Debit sales will be for purchases only at the Cafe or the Museum.
We will not give cash back. Unit 1 will be the Cafe, and unit 2 will be
the museum. We will not accept American Express, Visa, or Master Card,
as they charge an extra fee per use. Flagship does not require a contract.
Wells Fargo owns Flagship. License to Corporate Office of NGTAMHS doing
business as Liberty Cafe.

Jim
will proceed with the board's permission for the grand opening as it takes
17 days to get the system in place. Steve moved that we accept Flagship
Merchant Service as described, Paul seconded, motion carried.

Occupancy
inspection: The occupancy office has moved; Jim will see Tuesday if we
can get an appointment.

Internet
renewal/bill: We are due to renew WiFi for the year. This is for unlimited
service. The provider is Cambria Connect in the Sticks Broadband. Karen
made a motion to pay the bill and Steve seconded it. Motion carried.

Basket
Party: Letters were typed by Helena, logo inserted by Jim. Everyone was
encouraged to take letters and express intended destinations so as not
to solicit the same business or person more than once. Should other than
stated places be contacted, please email Cindy or Jim so we can add them
to the list. Once again, the Basket Party will be Saturday, June 23, 2012
from 12-2:30 p.m. Prizes will start to be called at 1 p.m. with the meat
raffle being called at 2:30.

Yard
Sale: June 16, 2012, 10-3pm, rain or shine, in the old Sheetz parking
lot next to the museum.

Jackson
Heritage Days: July 22 - 24, 2012.

Cafe
scheduling: email Cindy and she will do the schedule and email back.

Work
night: April 19, 2012 at 6 p.m. at the Cafe. Cafe opening and closing
procedures will be reviewed and typed copies distributed.

Newsletter:
The newsletter is complete. Helena and Janet will proofread it before
printing.

Flooring:
The vestibule, large room,a and area behind the bar will be commercially
sealed and waxed. This is a six-hour job.

Coke:
Coke is giving us two big banners in connection with special $1 drinks.
The order is in - delivery in a few days.

Johnstown
Magazine: Helena reported Katrina from Johnstown Magazine will place a
blurb about our basket party in the June issue of the magazine.

Sports
clubs' donations: Donations Helena has received from her requests are:
game tickets from the Pirates; an autographed print from the Steelers;
no news yet to report from the Penguins or the Altoona Curve.

Cafe
signage: the High School art department teacher and students will paint
the windows with a future ice cream social/sale.

Other:
Karen questioned developing a partnership between Marlene’s Pizza and
the Cafe. Jim reported it's "unofficial, tentative," that we
will redo her menus and advertise that patrons can come here to enjoy
the pizza and buy drinks from us.

Karen
stated she may be able to donate a copy machine, but its ink would cost
13 cents per page. Jim stated we would rather use a machine that requires
toner that costs much less per page. Karen also suggested we hold "open
mike" nights and bring live music into the Cafe as a draw. Jim stated
that groups that are interested in using the Cafe as a meeting place have
approached him and they need to decide what days/nights they plan to use
the Cafe before we schedule these suggestions.

President
Helena Dropcho called to order the March 1, 2012, meeting of the Tri-Area
Museum and Historical Society. Helena led those present in the Pledge
of Allegiance and Steve gave the Invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the January 26, 2012 meeting were reviewed. The correction
of the next meeting date to March 1 at 7 p.m. was made. With the absence
of Renee Barosky's December minutes, prior to her resignation, Cynthia
E Wilson, new secretary, presented December 1, 1011 minutes comprised
from her personal notes.

The
correction of the raffle not being based on the daily number was made.
Steve made a motion and Deb seconded to approve both minutes. Minutes
were approved.

Board
resignation: Connie Smalley has resigned from both the board and the Historical
Society. Motion made by Steve to accept her resignation, seconded by Deb.
Motion passed with all in favor.

Treasurer's
Report: Treasurer's report was reviewed. The heading on the second page
and the final page carried the year 2011 which was changed to 2012. Janet
made a motion and Paul seconded it and the report was approved.

Penny
candy sale at the Cafe: Cynthia made a suggestion to purchase candy in
bulk from Conrad's in Johnstown and sell it at the cafe as penny candy.
A price list was supplied. Jim has an appointment with Gardner's candy
soon and invited Cynthia to attend the meeting. Cynthia will be in charge
of the candy sales. What to order has been tabled until after the Gardner's
meeting.

Cafe
Update: Jim reported that the Cafe is "on par." Both the electrical
and plumbing have been completed and passed. He further reports that "at
this point we need the occupancy permit and we can open." The building
needs new handrails on the cellar staircase and to the second-floor storage
area staircase. Coca Cola Company is to deliver on Thursday, March 8,
2012, a stand-up cooler, a stand for soda bags, and an ice cream machine.
Jim reports we are not receiving a stand-up soda fountain machine. We
are getting the old fashion type, with buttons, the reason being two-fold:
the older type fits the ambiance of the Cafe, and it more easily meets
sanitation requirements. Deb raised a question of also selling Pepsi products.
It was observed that traditionally food establishments sell one company's
products or the other, not both. In addition, Coke is considered our sponsor,
and was chosen for the company's reputation of donating soda products
to worthy causes such as food pantries and community events.

Donations:
John brought in a Blickensderfer, c. 1919 typewriter that was donated
by the former St. Charles Church in Twin Rocks on February 10, 2012. It
is housed in a wooden case. The donation came with a brief history. They
also donated two turntables for 45 rpm records.

Museum:
The plaques that we are having made for "standard" and "large
room" donations are no longer available as the producer of them has
gone out of business. Two sample plaques were displayed as a replacement.
The face of one is gold with black lettering and the other is black with
white lettering. After some hands-on examination, discussion and vote,
it was decided the gold would be used for "large rooms" and
the black would be used for "standard" donations.

John
made an amendment to his January report of obtaining a grant. He had spoken
to Jeff Rouse. The grant he has spent many hours over January and February
preparing is a federal preservation grant, not a display grant as previously
reported. The grant is 17 pages with necessary information such as abstract,
institution background, staff/director, budget, etc.

Other:
A thank you card was received from Korey Mullen thanking us for sending
him copies of requested photographs of the Foodland building. These were
requested to be part of Foodland's anniversary celebration.

Helena
reported she has requested donations for the June basket party from the
sports teams the Altoona Curve and the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, and
Penguins.

Katrina at the Johnstown Magazine will post the basket party announcement
in the June issue of the magazine.

Jim
passed out flyers for a benefit Saturday March 10, 2012, at Malcotti's
Tavern in Twin Rocks for the Lee and Sheri Rummel Family. The family has
lost all their belongings in a recent house fire. Donations to the family
may also be made at the Blacklick Valley Ambulance building.

Nanty Glo Fire Company will do their requested pictures once the Cafe
desks are in place. The fire company had shut down the use of their social
hall to us. Jim had a conversation with them and was told at the time
the hall had been shut down to all potential uses due to renters not cleaning
the hall post-party. The company has now developed a contract and requires
a refundable deposit (dependant upon the hall's post-party cleanliness)
and is renting it again.

We
have secured an inside space at the Jackson Township Festival in July.
The festival is not charging us a fee for the space.

Facebook
page: Cynthia has taken charge of the Facebook page updates. She will
add the post for Malcotti's event to the page.

Work
night: Thursday, March 15, 2012 to decorate Cafe walls. We will be framing
and hanging pictures, etc.

Submitted by: Cynthia E Wilson, Secretary

Special
meeting for new business only January 26, 2012, 6 p.m., Liberty Cafe site

President
Helena Dropcho called the meeting to order and led those present in the
Pledge of Allegiance.

Secretary:
Renee Barosky submitted a resignation. Karen made a motion to accept her
resignation. Paul seconded the motion. Motion passed, with all in favor.
Helena appointed Cynthia E Wilson as the new secretary.

Basket
Party: Will be held June 10 at St. Mary's Hall. Meat raffle winners will
be drawn at the close of the basket party. Janet made the motion and Anetta
seconded the motion; passed, with all in favor.

"Our Town" Meeting: The "Our Town" television series
will hold a meeting at the Nanty Glo firehall on Tuesday, March 13, at
6:30 p.m. Advertising will be done via the Nanty Glo website, Facebook,
and WPSU. In addition, on Saturday, March 24, "Our Town" will
conduct interviews at our Cafe from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Respondents are
welcome to bring photographs for possible inclusion in the program.

Raffle Tickets: It was proposed that the tickets for this year's meat
raffle will be sold for $2 per ticket, with four winners each winning
a meat bundle. Karen made the motion and Deb seconded it. The motion passed,
with all in favor.

Jackson
Township Festival: It was decided to forgo the outside tent at this year's
festival and concentrate on the inside location. The theme will be "Toys,"
and will utilize the many donations of toys that the museum has received.
Janet made the motion and Jim seconded it; motion passed with all in favor.
The dates are believed to be July 20, 21, and 22, 2012.

Insurance: The insurance premium for the year is $251.32. This covers
travelers at our events and on our property. Deb made a motion to pay
it, Karen seconded it and it passed with all in favor.

Nanty Glo Fire Department: The Fire Department is celebrating a special
anniversary and has approached us with the request to search our photograph
collection to so they can make a CD and a booklet to sell to the public.
The fire department is also having an original wooden ladder from the
company refurbished into a "ladder photos frame." They would
like prints of our photos to help fill the frames between the rungs. These
photographs are owned by the NGTAMHS and will not leave our building.
The intent is to scan photos at our site. Jim stated that our lawyer will
draft a letter stating our conditions. Karen that the firefighters be
allowed to review our photos, have us scan and print choices, and allow
the fire company to use such photos for this stated CD, booklet, "ladder
frames," and any related print advertising for the aforementioned.
Deb seconded the motion. The motion carried, with all in favor.

Jim asked that once the other building is somewhat cleaned up we ask the
fire department to explore both the museum and the cafe to become familiar
with the building layouts in the event that we might need their services.
Paul made the motion to allow this and Deb seconded it. Motion carried
with all in favor.

Cafe Update: Jim expects to have the health inspection and occupancy inspections
completed in three weeks.

Thank You to Karen Tummino: for the donation of a commercial coffee maker,
three pots, an air pot maker and a hot/cold water dispenser.

President
Helena Dropcho called the October 6, 2011, meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area
Museum and Historical Society to order and led those present in the Pledge
of Allegiance. Steve gave the invocation.

The
minutes for the previous meeting were read and approved with two corrections.

Donation:
A drop ceiling for use in the Liberty Cafe has been donated by a contracting
company with a monetary value of $8,216.

Flooring:
The flooring has been picked up and is now in the museum. Mr. Gowen and
his business partner Gary Toth will help install the flooring once we
are ready for it.

Liberty
Cafe: The T1-11 is being taken off all interior walls so drywall can be
put up. The raised floor boards are being repaired.

Thank
yous: The Society received a thank you card from the children at Cindy
Wilson's preschool for the use of the projector.
Frank Burns sent a laminated article from the Journal of Emmily and Drew
receiving their community service awards.
A thank you card was received from the family of Betty Leonard for the
donation in her name to the food pantry.

Concerns:
Many comments have been received on the society purchasing the former
news stand. Suggestions were taken on how to address these concerns.

John
made the motion to adjourn; Steve seconded.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Report
of September 1, 2011 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called the September 1, 2011, meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo
Tri-Area Museum and Historical Society to order and led those present
in the Pledge of Allegiance. Rich gave the invocation.

The
minutes from the August 4, 2011 meeting were read and approved with two
corrections.

The treasurer's report was read and approved.

Family
Dollar: Family Dollar in Nanty Glo is having a Labor Day sale on Saturday
September 3, beginning at 10 a.m.; the manager invited the Historical
Society to have a table in front of the store.

Another
yard sale is scheduled for October 1, starting at 10 a.m.

Contract
vote: The revised article of agreement was reviewed and discussed. A motion
was made by John and seconded by Renee to proceed with Article.

Recycling:
Close to $15 has been brought in from recycling.

Donation:
Jack Gowen has an estimated three tons of industrial flooring he is donating.
Jim and crew will make a trip to Cleveland to pick up the flooring.

Mock
Mine: Deb made a motion to name our mock mine after Jack Gowen’s father
John. Steve seconded. Motion
passed.

Fair:
Members of the Historical Society will sell raffle tickets at the Cambria
County fair, in building 3.

Nominations:
nominations for officers for the 2012 year were held with the following
results:

President: Helena Dropcho was nominated by Jim, seconded by Deb.Vice-President:
Janet Toth was nominated by Helena, seconded by Steve.
Secretary: Renee Barosky was nominated by Jim, seconded by Deb.
Treasurer: James Toth was nominated by Helena, seconded by Deb.

Board
Members: Nominations for the board members were also held with the following
results:

Membership
Chairman: Karen Tummino was nominated by Janet, seconded by Helena.
Board: John Dropcho was nominated by Jim, seconded by Helena.
Anetta Jo Toth was nominated by Janet, seconded by Helena.
Bob Ford was nominated by Jim, seconded by Steve.
Karen Tummino was nominated by Renee, seconded by Janet.
Deb Keiper was nominated by Helena, seconded by Steve.
Steve Szymusiak was nominated by Jim, seconded by Deb.Nancy
Debiase was nominated by Helena, seconded by Renee.
Connie Smalley was nominated by Renee, seconded by Janet.

Jim
made the motion to adjourn; Deb seconded.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

No
report received for August, 2011

Report
of July 7, 2011 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called the July 7, 2011, meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area
Museum and Historical Society to order and led those present in the Pledge
of Allegiance. Bob Ford gave the invocation.

The
minutes and treasurer's report were approved.

Book
Donation: John and Helana donated The Cambria and Indiana Railroad
90 Years 1904- 1994, written by Jack Hill.

Update:
The 11Ru (coal cutter) that Harry Keilman donated was picked up and placed
in Triangle Park by the Nanty Glo Borough. The phone booth was finished
and placed on the trail near the ballfield.

Correction:
Ebensburg Home Appliance did not donate the freezer for the current fundraiser
as earlier reported. They discounted the price $100.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

No
minutes were received for June 2011

Report
of May 5, 2011 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called the May 5, 2011, meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area
Museum and Historical Society to order. Helena led those present in the
Pledge of Allegiance and Bob Ford gave the invocation.

The
minutes and treasurer's report were approved.

Baskets:
A total of 70 baskets, along with monetary donations, have been received.

Chair:
A painted antique rocking chair will be raffled during all summer events.

Donation:
Mr. and Mrs. Johns of Blairsville have donated an antique portable sewing
machine. The cord, along with the pedal are missing but can be purchased.
The instructions, oil and bobbins were all included.

Event
ideas: John suggested a "mystery tour" of the town showing where
old buildings once stood. Having people dress in era costumes and use
themes to represent historical events. Helena suggested a cemetery walk
where people would represent those who have passed and recall their lives
in short stories.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Report
of April 7, 2011 meeting

Based
on minutes received May 4, 2011

President
Helena Dropcho called the April 7, 2011, meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area
Museum and Historical Society to order. Helena led those present in the
Pledge of Allegiance, and Mr. Ford gave the invocation.

Helena
introduced new member Deb Keiper.

Minutes:
The minutes from the March 3 meeting were read and approved.

Treasurer's
Report: The treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

As
of the meeting, 734 raffle tickets have been turned in.

Donation:
Ed Lakawa donated $500. Robin Lighty of the Pennsylvania Bureau of Mining
and Reclamation donated maps and books; he was also involved in the Quecreek
mine rescue effort.

Fund:
The Nanty Glo Borough has set up a "slush fund" for beautification.

Coca
Cola has offered to be our corporate sponsor at any and all events.

Interviews:
the military interviews will now also include Korean War and Vietnam War
Veterans.
Janet will be contacting local colleges about interviewing miners.

Binders:
John has put together binders for the museum. Themes include WWII, mining,
general history, baseball, and automobiles.

Grant:
Kathleen and Jim started going over information for the grant. All of
the information was brought before the board and discussed.

Johnstown
Magazine: Will advertise the basket raffle and meat raffle in the "Date
Book" section of the June issue. Katrina Perkosky said that the magazine
will cover the opening of the museum.

Food
Pantry: The Food Pantry had its state inspection and the inspector said
he is baffled at all the work that has been done.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Report
of March 3, 2011 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called to order the March 3, 2011, meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo
Tri Area Museum and Historical Society. Helena led those present in the
Pledge of Allegiance, Rich McDowell gave the invocation.

Helena
introduced Mayor Steve Syzmusiak and Kathleen O'Conner.

Minutes:
Reading and approval of the minutes from the November 4, 2010 meeting
were tabled until the next meeting.

Treasurer's
Report: The treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

St.
Mary's Hall: The hall has been reserved for June 12, 2011 for the basket
party.

Insurance:
The insurance premium for the year is $283. Janet made a motion to pay
it, Rich seconded the motion. Motion passed.

State
Conservatory: Will be meeting with Jim and Mayor Syzmusiak on March 8
at 11 a.m. The meeting is to see if the borough can get flowers.

Interviews:
Janet contacted Mike McDermott to see if anyone would be interested in
interviewing coal miners. No one has responded.

Grant:
Kathleen O'Conner has offered to help with the writing of grants.

Museum:
the front of the museum has been cleaned. We need underlying concrete.
Mr. Gowen has gathered 75 percent of the tile needed and will deliver
it to us. We are out of electrical wire. The food pantry has been painted,
the coolers are up and running, and the electrical work is done.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

December,
January, February meetings

The December
2010 and February 2011 meetings were canceled and we usually do not have
one in January.

Renee Barosky, secretary

Report
of November 4, 2010 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called the November 4, 2010 meeting of The Nant-Y- Glo
Tri- Area Museum and Historical Society to order and led those present
in the pledge of allegiance. Rich McDowell gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the October 7, 2010, meeting were reviewed and approved.

Treasurer's Report: The treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

Elections:
Officers were elected for 2011 as follows: President: Helena Dropcho;
Jim Toth made the motion, seconded by Janet Toth; the motion was passed.
Vice-President: Janet Toth; Rich McDowell made the motion; John Dropcho
seconded; the motion passed. Secretary: Renee Barosky; Karen Tummino made
the motion; John Dropcho seconded; the motion passed. Treasurer: James
Toth; Renee Barosky made the motion; John Dropcho seconded; the motion
passed. Board Members: the following board member were elected:
Rich McDowell; Renee Barosky made the motion; John Dropcho seconded it;
it was passed. Nancy Debiase; Rich McDowell made the motion; John Dropcho
seconded it; the motion passed. John Dropcho; Jim Toth made the motion;
Janet Toth seconded it; the motion passed. Ron Weekes; Karen Tummino made
the motion; Janet Toth seconded it; the motion passed. Anetta Jo Toth;
Renee Barosky made the motion; John Dropcho seconded it; the motion passed.
Robert Port declined nomination.

Light
Up Night: Jackson Township will hold its annual light up night on November
28. NTAMHS was invited to participate and decorate a tree, the cost of
$10 to enter. Janet Toth moved that the NTAMHS participate. Renee Barosky
seconded; the motion passed.

Cramer
interview: John and Helena Dropcho reported on their interview of Don
Cramer, who grew up on Lloyd Street. He spoke a little on Buzz Wagner,
who grew up in the neighborhood and became famous as the first flying
ace hero of World War Two, and remembered the “Lloyd Street Gang” who
would walk to the alley beside the Wagner Schoolhouse to shoot marbles.
He said Buzz sometimes would cross the street and play but he usually
kept to himself in his yard, playing with his airplanes. He also said
that Buzz did not belong to any "gang" or group but was more
of a loner and somwhat "standoffish." Buzz was always building
model planes and he even hung one up in Deetscreek Hardware.

Slideshow:
Ron Weekes reported on a program he has that make slideshows from pictures.

Work
Night: There will be a work night meeting November 9 at 5 p.m. to start
inventory on everything. Jim Toth spoke with Frank Burns and who said
that once the inventory is complete he would apply for a matching grant
for the museum.

Executive
Session: Jim Toth moved having an executive session after the business
meeting. Seconded by John Dropcho, the motion passed.

Janet
moved adjournment; John seconded; the motion passed.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Report
of October 7, 2010 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called the October 7, 2010 meeting of The Nant-Y- Glo Tri-
Area Museum and Historical Society to order. Helena led those present
in the pledge of allegiance. Rich McDowell gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the September 2, 2010, meeting were reviewed and approved.

Treasurer's Report: The treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

Buzz
Wagner's Home: The childhood home of Buzz Wagner was located.

Nanty
Glo Boro Letter: Jim received a letter of appreciation from the boro and
the Mayor.

Martin
Circle: The boro is getting a regulation signpost for the sign to honor
William Martin. Wording for the sign is needed.

Donations:
Mike Paskowski donated a number of items including photos, communiques
between naval ships for December 1944, wartime letters from family, and
also mining tools and maps.

Phyllis
Grembi spoke with Helena about donating items including a wall cupboard,
a wine press, a copper boiler with a lid, a baby grand piano and more.
She also stated that she would keep them until we are ready for them.

Trailer:
Jim suggested the Museum purchase a trailer for storage, as we will no
longer be able to use the storage unit we have. It is priced at $1,500
and insurance for a year will be $15. Rob Port moved to purchase; Renee
seconded. The motion passed.

Ron
moved adjournment; Rich seconded; the motion passed.


minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Report
of September 2, 2010 meeting

Based
on minutes received September 7, 2010

President
Helena Dropcho called the September meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area
Museum and Historical Society to order and led those present in the Pledge
of Allegiance. Bob Ford gave the invocation.

Scott
Rhoades: Helena introduced Scott Rhoades and gave him the floor. Scott
and his family have compiled a book, Legacy of Love, Memories of Ivory
Hill. Scott's family kept stories about life growing up in Nanty Glo,
working in the mines, and a background of the town itself. Scott donated
a signed copy of the book to the museum.

Minutes:
The minutes of the August 5, 2010, meeting were reviewed and approved.

Treasurer's
Report: The treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

Drawing:
The tickets are available to sale. The tickets are $3. The
winning number is determined from the November 1, 2010 evening daily lottery
number.

Chickoree
Union Church: Helena Received an email stating the church will be having
their 75th anniversary celebration on October 8, 9, & 10. The museum was
asked if we would like to have a presence there. Renee made motion to
be there, Jim seconded, unanimously supported.

"Buzz"
Wagner: On October 23 there will be a ceremony at Grandview Cemetery with
a luncheon to follow. Helena received an email from Col. Kirkstadt inviting
four members of the Society to the luncheon. Helena, John, Janet, and
Jim will attend.

Pizza Party: September 18, 2010, is the Pizza Party at the Nanty-Glo Firehall.
The Museum will have a booth there and someone must be there at 6:15 to
set up.

Letter
Drive: Helena is still working on a brochure for the letter drive.

Platform:
The platform for the Pizza Party is made.

Museum
Update: The first layers of drywall is beginning to go up. The second
floor of the platform is wired. Primer has put on the stage surround.
An inspection for the plumbing is scheduled for two weeks from now.

Workers:
six community workers will be leaving at the end of the month, as their
time is paid.

Memberships:
Nancy stated that we have 230 members with 30 of them being lifetime.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Minutes
of August 5, 2010 meeting

Based
on minutes received August 28, 2010

President
Helena Dropcho called the August meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area Museum
and Historical Society to order and led those present in the Pledge of
Allegiance and gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the July 1, 2010 meeting were read and approved.

Treasurer's
Report: The treasurer's report was read and approved.

Pens:
Renee ordered pens to be used as new members' gifts.

Raffle:
Renee suggested the Society sell raffle tickets for $3 with a prize of
$1800. The idea was discussed and Janet moved to sell tickets and Ron
seconded. The motion passed.

Postage:
Jim suggested that the society apply for nonprofit postage and the details
were discussed. A nonprofit postage number would cost $600. Renee moved
to continue the way it is done now and Jim seconded the motion, which
then passed.

Sisters
of St. Agnes: A rough draft booklet was made of the Sisters of St. Agnes
for review. With minor changes it will sell for $2.

Prices:
Bob Ford reported that he and his wife were approached by many who thought
the prices on items for sale by the Society are too high.

New
Event: Bob Ford stated that the Pizza Party that will be held on September
18, 2010, would be a good place to have a small display and items from
the gift store. Bob and renee have offered to set up a display and gift
store.

World
War II donations: A friend of John and Helena donated a lot of World War
II memorabilia including black and white photos, 16 reunion books, a POW
diary, and a puzzle of a B-17.

Book:
Mr. Rhoades has finished his book and will donate one to the museum.

Photos:
Allen Hagen has donated photos of Heisley Mine.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Minutes
of July 1, 2010 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called to order the July 1, 2010 meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo
Tri-Area Museum and Historical Society. Helena led those present in the
Pledge of Allegiance and Bob Ford gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the June 3, 2010 meeting were reviewed and approved.

Treasurer's
Report: The treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

Quilt:
Carol Sue Houge of Loretto donated s quilt to raffle. A thank you note
will be sent.

Vacation:
Jim will be on vacation from July 2 through July 8.

Photos:
John Dropcho traded items with the Indiana Museum and Historical Society
for World War II-era depression foam core posters.

Donations:
Marg Kalenak has donated a carpet loom that originally belonged to her
husband’s mother. Marg has the original papers and extra parts.

Wedding
Dresses: Eve Christoff Fabo will be donating a 100-year-old wedding gown
and also a 60-year-old wedding gown.

Jackson
Heritage Festival: Planning was made for the festival. The NTAMHS will
have two booths, one inside and one outside.

Carrolltown
Agricultural Fair: Jim was asked if the NTAMHS would participate in the
Carrolltown Agricultural fair at the fair grounds in Ebensburg. It was
decided to take the antique firehose reel.

Steelers'
Camp: Janet won VIP tickets to go the Pittsburgh Steelers' training camp.
She will take a shirt and hat from the gift store to see if she can get
them signed to raffle.

Sisters
of St. Agnes: Janet has been asked numerous times about the Sisters of
St. Agnes story. It was discussed and decided to print out the entire
story in a booklet and sell them for $2.

Work
Night: There will be a work night on July 15 at 7 p.m.

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minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Minutes
of June 3, 2010 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called the June 3, 2010 meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri Area
Museum and Historical Society to order and led those present in the Pledge
of Allegiance. Bob Ford gave the invocation.

Minutes
of the May 6, 2010 meeting were read and approved.

The
treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

All
items for the flea market were reported ready for sorting and tagging.

Correction:
the winner of the scholarship was Kathryn, not Karen, Sanners. Janet Toth
awarded Kathryn Sanners
the scholarship
at the Central Cambria Awards Ceremony
on Tuesday, June 1, 2010.

The
June issue of Johnstown Magazine has an ad for the NGTAMHS Spaghetti
dinner.

Helena
received a voucher for four people to attend an Altoona Curve game on
any day except opening day and season finale. Winner of the voucher must
call ahead to reserve the seats. The voucher will be placed in a basket
to raffle off at the Jackson Heritage festival.

St.
Mary’s Church asked if the NGTAMHS would donate something for their festival.
It was decided to make a basket of gift shop items.

President
Helena Dropcho read aloud a letter of apology to the Nanty Glo-Vintondale
High School class of 1958. The 1958 Alumni donated $470 to the NGTAMHS
and had not received a Thank You letter.

Available
board members will meet at the Liberty Museum to prepare for the Spaghetti
Dinner at noon on June 19.

John
Dropcho moved to hold an executive session after the open meeting. Jim
seconded and the motion passed.

Jim
moved adjournment, seconded by Ron. Passed.


based on minutes submitted by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Minutes of May 6, 2010 meeting

President Helena Dropcho called the
May 6, 2010 meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area Museum and Historical Society
to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Rich McDowell gave the invocation.

Flea
Market: The members discussed the date and time of the Flea Market. Renee
moved that it be held on June 26 from 10 am to 3 pm. Jim seconded; motion
passed.

Jail
Cell: An agreement between Vintondale borough and the Society states that
Vintondale will lend a jail cell to the Society. The Society will restore
it; Vintondale borough will retain ownership of the jail cell. Ron moved
that the jail cell be accepted; Rich seconded; motion passed.

Building Report: Thanks to a recent
article in the Journal, the space under the entire platform is
now full of materials picked up for recycling. Ron has taken over the
recycle program. The museum construction is moving slowly as all the service
workers are helping to get the Nanty Glo pool open. Jim attended the Nanty
Glo Borough Meeting to make an agreement with the borough for doing the
work for the beautification committee. The parking lot topsoil was removed
courtesy of Nanty Glo Borough and is ready for backfill. Ron was able
to get the parking lot cut, along with the sidewalk, as a donation to
the Museum. Nanty Glo Borough will remove or break up the bad sidewalk
sections and pavement on the side of building so concrete can be put in
to support the air conditioning units.

Railroad Phone Booth: Donna Davis has
been storing a railroad phone booth for the society and would like it
to be moved. Ron is taking care of it. Pat Shuman will store it until
it is restored. Discussion of locations to put it was tabled.

Meat Raffle: Bob updated the board on
the ticket sales of the meat raffle, reporting that the tickets are selling
very well. Total sales so far are $1806. Only a few are left to sell.
It was unanimously voted to print 500 more.

Upstairs office key: Helena spoke with
Sharon Gallaher from the Nanty Glo Public Library about the upstairs office.
Only working members of the Museum are to be allowed upstairs. Helena
or Janet will accompany nonworking members.

Johnstown Magazine: Helena spoke
with Katrina Perkosky from Johnstown Magazine. The NGTAMHS will
be in the June issue, due to come out at the end of May. Amanda Deibler
was asked to take candid photos at the spaghetti dinner for an upcoming
article in the Johnstown Magazine featuring the NGTAMHS.

Scholarship: Jon Kennedy and Jim Lauffer
judged the essays submitted. The winner of the scholarship is Karen Sanners
of Jackson Township, a Central Cambria High School senior. NGTAMHS will
present the award at Central Cambria High School graduation.

Membership: Nancy Debiase presented
the annual membership renewal letter. It was approved as
presented. The Community Service Workers will assemble and mail them as
soon as possible.

Spaghetti Dinner: things are moving
forward. Helena has been sending out thank you cards to sponsors. A proof
poster for the event was reviewed and corrected, along with tickets.

Truck
tires: The board was informed that Jim is running bald tires on his truck.
Jim's vehicle is used for the Museum's reconstruction, gathering donations,
and hauling. After discussion, Ron moved and Renee seconded that four
tires be bought for the truck. The motion was unanimously supported.

 based on minutes submitted
by
Renee Barosky, secretary

Minutes
of April 1, 2010 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called to order the April 1, 2010 meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo
Tri Area Museum and Historical Society. She led those present in the Pledge
of Allegiance and Rich McDowell gave the invocation.

MINUTES:
The minutes of March 4, 2010 were read and approved.

Treasurer's
Report: The treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

CCCS:
Renee Barosky got the information for the Cambria County Christian Schools
Spring Festival, details of which were discussed. Jim made a motion to
attend, Rob Port seconded the motion; motion passed. Rich McDowell abstained.

Pirate
tickets: Renee Barosky contacted the Pittsburgh Pirates asking for a donation.
They sent a certificate for two home-game tickets. A discussion was held
about what to do with the tickets and Janet Toth moved that the tickets
be placed in a gift basket to chance off. Rich McDowell seconded the motion,
which passed.

Spaghetti
Dinner: Progress on the spaghetti dinner in June was discussed, Delgrosso
has been confirmed as a donating sponsor. Others are being looked into.
(See article below.)

Meat
Raffle: Ticket sales were reported to be going well with $402 worth sold
to date.
(See article below.)

IUP:
Indiana University of Pennsylvania returned 24 exhibition catalogs.

Accession
Program: Colleen Chambers of the Indiana Museum toured the museum and
explained the accession program Pass Perfect. A thank you
card was sent.

Rails
to Trails Book: John Dropcho presented a Ghost Town Trail Guide to Society
members and a copy was passed around and discussed. John informed the
board that the Museum could purchase the books to sell. The proposal was
discussed and it was decided to wait until the Museum was up and running
to sell the books.

Johnstown
Magazine: Helena spoke to the Assistant Editor of Johnstown Magazine who
is very interested in the progress and work of the society. It was suggested
that an article be done on the Museum and the Society.


Renee Barosky, secretary

Minutes
of March 4, 2010 meeting

President
Helena Dropcho called to order the March 4, 2010 meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo
Tri-Area Museum and Historical Society. Helena led those present in the
Pledge of Allegiance and Rich McDowell gave the invocation.

Minutes:
The minutes of the February 4, 2010 meeting were reviewed and approved.

Treasurer's Report: Treasurer's report was reviewed and approved.

Donations:
The Weyant foundation donated $500, as did the Nanty-Glo Polish Club.
Thank You cards were sent to each. Thank you cards were also sent to Bill
and John Hines for their help and support.

Smithmyer
Raffle: A move was supported to hold a raffle this spring with the
prizes being meat bundles from Smithmyer's Superette in Loretto. There
will be four drawings, with the first drawing being the biggest one and
three smaller ones to follow. The drawing will be on Fathers Day, June
20. Tickets will sell for $2 each. Bob Ford has volunteered to oversee
the tickets and drawings.

Spaghetti
Dinner: St. Mary's will be the venue for the spaghetti dinner; the
charge is $125 for the hall. Tentative date set for June 20, with backup
date set for June13.The community service worker will aid if needed.

Bill
Martin Book: Jim Lauffer is said to have the Bill Martin book, Jim
Toth is inquiring about this.

2010
Christmas tree: The original idea for quilt work as ornaments will
not be done. The theme has been tabled pending receipt of more ideas.

CCCS
Spring Festival: The Cambria County Christian School is hosting a
spring festival. Renee is getting more information. NGTAMHS may have a
presence.

 Treasurer's
report reviewed and accepted. NTAMHS
is now required to have small games-of-chance license.
 Liberty Museum. Work continues as weather conditions
and funds permit. Application of drywall has begun.

5.
The NTAMHS will have a presence at Jackson Township Heritage Festival,
Nanty Glo Freedom Fest (tentative) and the Cambria County Commissioners
Festival held at Duman Lake Park.

6.
Accessions must be redone for insurance purposes. The Society will pursue
the purchase of a computer, scanner, digital camera, and software program
to be used for accessions recording and inventory.

7.
A motion was made and passed to send a thank-you letter to Bill and John
Hines of Common's Hardware for their generosity and assistance with the
installation of the electric panels at the Liberty Museum.

9.
Fundraising ideas were presented and discussed: A
spaghetti dinner. Members will inquire of local churches that might provide
a social room where the dinner can be held. A
Liberty Museum store at the Jackson Township Heritage Festival Quilt
raffle Car
wash (tentative)

Statues
carved and
donated by Mundys
Corner resident Mike Paskowski are a moose,
left, and a steelworker,
right.

 Attended
lecture on Pennsylvania Post Office Murals and is in the process of obtaining
copies of two mining murals, each 12'x18" for Liberty Museum. Dave Lumbeck,
a Penn State graphics designer, will give his assistance.

13.
Pullover-style hooded sweatshirts, "hoodies" are now available through
the Nanty Glo Library and the Liberty Museum Gift Store (http://www.nantyglo.com/libertymuseum/)
or phone: Jim Toth, 814-937-3009. The 50/50 cotton - polyester blend medium-weight
hoodies are available in navy blue, burgandy, black, dark green, and dark
gray in sizes small to 4x. Lettering is available in color of choice and
only on the front of the hoodie. Price is $35. Members will be given their
choice of either 15% discount or free shipping. Knitted caps are available
as well. Available in black with silver/gray embroidered miner. One size
fits all. $12 each + $2.00 shipping or 15% off. The hoodies are modeled
in the photo below by three of the members at December's meeting.

13.
A book of Jackson Twp. Schools and students was donated by the Jackson
Township Historical Preservation Committee.

2.
Pledge of Allegiance said by those attending with invocation presented
by Rich McDowell.

3.
October meeting minutes reviewed and approved.

4.
Jim Toth:
 Treasurer's report reviewed and approved.
 Tour of Liberty museum by Jackson Township officials
to be held November 7.

5.
Helena Dropcho, on behalf of the NTAMHS, presented Jim Toth a Lifetime
Membership card and certificate of appreciation.

6.
Generous donation from California residents Robert and Jon Kennedy presented
to NTAMHS (update to follow).

7.
John Dropcho:
 Mike Paskowski of Mundys Corner donated a hand-carved
wooden UMWA Local 1386 sign, coalminer statue and several historical photographs
to the NTAMHS/Liberty Museum. An interview with Mr. Paskowski will be
published in a future NTAMHS newsletter.

5.
Photos and short bios from officers and board members will be added to
the staff page on the Liberty Museum website. Officers only will be added
for the remaining months of 2009. After January 1, newly elected board
members' photos and bios will be added as well.

6.
A concert will be held next spring to benefit the Liberty Museum Project,
location and date pending. Renee' Barosky will be in charge of planning.
Other members will assist as needed.

7.
A discussion was held regarding selling a key chain as an additional fundraising
item. Further discussions are planned on this matter.

8.
It was decided to award complimentary 12-month NTAMHS memberships to Brenda
Bracken and Tiffany Cressley.

9.
John Dropcho presented his final design(s) for the new Nanty Glo License
plate.

10.
Renee' Barosky was delegated to be in charge of planning the decorating
theme for the NTAMHS Christmas tree entry in the Jackson Township tree
decorating project. Other members will assist as needed.

12.
A thank you letter written by John Dropcho has been sent to Terry Jones
of Nantyglo, Wales, regarding his interest in Nanty Glo, Pennsylvania.

Elections for officers and board members will be held at the regular NTAMHS
October meeting.

7.
NTAMHS will decorate a Christmas tree at Jackson Twp Veteran's Park. Theme
to be decided.

8.
The second annual essay scholarship award for the 2009-2010 school year
sponsored by the NTAMHS has been approved. Jon Kennedy and Jim Lauffer
will collaborate on the choice of essay topics and criteria for judging
and share judging responsibilities.

9.
Letter drive: Work will be done by Community Volunteers with supervision
as needed by NTAMHS personnel.

10.
A metal mining plaque has been approved as a future fundraiser.

11.
A life membership was approved for Ebensburg resident Kermit Thomas.

12.
The current Nanty Glo Beautification Committee has been dissolved. Until
a new Beautification Committee is formed, Community Service Volunteers
will assume those duties.

13.A
retaining wall is being built at the Liberty Museum parking lot out of
donated materials. Work is being done by Community Service Volunteers.

14.
Indiana University of Pennsylvania has donated to the Liberty Museum Project
seven computers (some reusable), items for recycling, a TV with VCR, and
filing cabinets.

5.
The NTAMHS will not have a presence at this year's Vintondale Homecoming.
There has been no response to phone calls and emails requesting information
regarding the NTAMHS presence at this year's event.

6.
The planting of Bradford Pear trees on the grassy lot next to the Liberty
Museum building has been postponed until it is discussed with Nanty Glo
Borough officials. A letter has been sent to B. Leidy of the Beautification
Committee regarding same.

7.
Honor Wall: Hobe and Judy Rose have purchased a $300 section of the wall
in memory of all Blacklick Valley miners killed in the mines. Rich McDowell
reports six Honor Wall spaces have been sold to date.

8.
Letter drive: Volunteers will be used to assist in the preparation. Mailing
date to be determined. Helena Dropcho will co-ordinate.

9.
A fall garage sale will not be held. Nonauthorized persons are not permitted
in the Museum building during its current state of construction.

10.
A car wash sponsored by the NTAMHS is scheduled for Saturday, August 15.
Judy Rose to co-ordinate.

11.
John Dropcho has referred questions about Nanty Glo, Pa. from Terry Jones,
Nantyglo, Wales, to Barb Hakanen who has visited the area. She is corresponding.

12.
John Dropcho is in the process of creating a board game related to the
arrival and acclimation of immigrants into the local area. A lengthy discussion
about the game was held. The game will be used as a fundraiser.

13.
A discussion related to lengthy interviews by WWII area veterans John
Kupchella, Tom Watson, and Mike Paskowski was held. It is hoped that the
interviews will eventually be published in booklet form and sold to benefit
the museum fund. A liaison between the NTAMHS and Jon Kennedy to be chosen
at a later date.

14.
The Liberty Museum website: It was decided to send a proposal to Jon Kennedy
to investigate the possibility of having the Liberty Museum website affiliated
with www.nantyglo.com. Where it will benefit from Mr. Kennedy's professional
webmaster's skills on a regular and timely basis.

6.
Helen Dropcho's report:
* NTAMHS Life membership gold cards have been mailed
* The membership fee for a couple has been increased from $200
to $300.
* A The Nanty Glo Borough Beautification committee has expressed
a desire to plant Bradford pear trees near the Liberty museum parking
area.

7. Festivals:
* NTAMHS will have a presence at the Jackson Township Heritage
Festival July 18, 19 and Duman's Park Arts and Crafts Event August 2,
9a.m-5p.m.
*NTAMHS presence at Vintondale Homecoming in September has not
yet been confirmed.

Notes
of June 18, 2009 meeting

3. Jim Toth:
*Treasurer's report reviewed and approved.
* NAPA building demolition has been completed.
* Liberty Museum update: Interior construction
continues without incident as funding permits. Electrical panels and equipment
for the Liberty Museum will be purchased according to code.

4. Nanty Glo Borough presented the NTAMHS a $100 check in honor of Bill
Martin. It was suggested that all funds donated in Bill Martin's name
be used to help finance the completion of the Liberty Museum's media room.
It was also suggested that the media room be called the Bill Martin Media
Room.

6. Newsletter: Extra newsletters will be offered for sale at various area
locations at a cost of .50 each.

7. Rich McDowell: Presented the winning bid on a painting by artist Tara
Deetscreek at the recent Pike Grace Brethren Spring Craft Festival. The
painting was then donated to the NTAMHS/Liberty Museum.

8. Auction recap: A review and discussion was held with suggestions for
the next flea market/auction considered.

9. Brian and Stephanie Haupt donated a plaque in honor of Helena Dropcho.
The plaque will be placed on the NTAMHS Memorial Wall at the Nanty Glo
Library.

10. Jackson Twp. Heritage Festival: The NTAMHS will have a presence at
the two-day event held July 18 and 19.

11. Black Diamond Jubilee: September 11- December. The University Museum
at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania celebrates Indiana County's
coal heritage. John Dropcho will write a 500-word essay for the catalogue
about Nanty Glo's mining industry.
* NTAMHS photos will be on loan and displayed.
* The cost of the catalogue from the photo exhibit
has been increased from $5 per copy to $10 per copy.

12. Quilt raffle update.
* A small 36' x 36" sample quilt has been
made and will be on display at the Nanty Glo Library.
*Tickets will be available at various local establishments
and from NTAMHS members.
* The raffle quilt will be displayed at the Jackson
Township festival with tickets available for purchase.

13. A thank you card will be sent to Rodney Paul for his auction services,
and a sympathy card sent regarding the recent death of his father.


Judy Rose

Notes
of May 7, 2009 meeting

Agenda
items acted on:

1. Blake Michaels of Nanty Glo was the winner of the recent NTAMHS essay
contest. The prize was a $200 scholarship (more on this item will be released
in the near future).

2. Clarification of lifetime memberships fees.

3. A discussion was held regarding the possibility of a co-operative venture
between the Nanty Glo Historical group and the Jackson Township Historical
Commission during the Jackson Township Heritage Festival in July.

4. The Johnstown Postcard Club presented the NTAMHS a $25 donation in
memory of Bill Martin. A thank-you card was approved and sent.

5. The Historical Society has obtained possession of a vintage bedroom
vanity from the estate of Augusta Lamantia. The vanity was purchased in
1913 from Edelstein's Department Store.

6. The sign from Bethlehem Mine #31 has been obtained by the NTAMHS. The
sign, refurbished by MEC Chemicals of Nanty Glo, will be permanently attached
to the outside of the Liberty Museum building (more details on this item
will be released in the near future)

7. New steel doors have been installed at the Food Pantry entrance at
the rear of the Liberty Museum. The new doors are more secure against
unauthorized access to the Food Pantry (more details on this item will
be released in the near future).

NTAMHS President John Dropcho presents Janet
Reese, Food Pantry Director,
the keys to the new Food Pantry doors.

8. Judy Rose has completed the fundraising quilt that will be on display
throughout the summer at various festivals.

9. A digital video camera is the current NTAMHS raffle item.

10. Richard McDowell is in charge of the Liberty Museum Honor Wall (more
details on this item will be released in the near future).

11. The NTAMHS was outbid in its efforts to obtain the old Sheetz building
adjacent to the Liberty Museum. The Sheetz building is now for sale.

12. Demolition of the Napa building in Mundys Corner is expected to be
be completed next week.

13. A pocket knife has been approved as a fundraising item to be sold
for $15 each. The knife has rosewood panels inscribed with the words "The
Liberty Museum" on one side and a location such as Jackson Township,
Nanty Glo, etc. on the other. A miner's helmet will be engraved on the
blade.

14. The building permit from Nanty Glo Borough was obtained with an added
bonus of reduced cost.

15. A painting by Tara Deetscreek will be auctioned May 16th at the Christian
School affiliated with Pike Grace Brethren Church.


Judy Rose

Notes
of April 2, 2009 meeting

Agenda
items acted on:

1.
15 members present including Kelly Lundgren from Mainline Publications.

15. Procurement
and storage of items stored at Nanty Glo Fire Hall discussed. The items
donated by Nanty Glo Fire Company must be removed ASAP.

16. Use
of NTAMHS newsletter articles on www.nantyglo.com was approved.

J.
Rose

Reports
on Society meetings in January-February 2008

The
Society tried to have a Christmas Party in December but the weather would
not cooperate.

OVERVIEW
of the January 3rd 2008 meeting

Officers
for 2008 are John Dropcho, president; Helena Dropcho, v. president; Nancy
DeBiase, secretary; Jim Toth, treasurer. Reading of the minutes and treasurer's
report was followed by a discussion of the Liberty Museum building project.
George Heit reported that Construction Supply had donated 375 cinder blocks
to finish the stair area of the building. Value of the blocks was $638.
Jim Toth is getting bids on all phases of construction and material for
the Museum.

Activities:

The Nanty Glo Freedom Fest, Saturday, July 5th, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Jackson Twp. Heritage Festival Saturday July 19, noon to 9;
Sunday, July 20, noon to 6
The Vintondale Homecoming will be in September.

Helena
Dropcho presented two checks to the Society. The first was from the Carl
S. and Wanda M. Weyandt Foundation and was for $2,000. The second was
from the G C U Lodge 401 and was for $1,500.

There
was a well-deserved thank you from the members to past president Janet
Toth and also to Barbara Teeter, who worked as Secretary.

OVERVIEW
of the February 7th 2008 meeting

President
John Dropcho obtained donations of items useful to the Society and the
Museum from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and these were delivered
to the Society by Jim Toth and the volunteer workers from the Museum.
The donation from IUP is for nonprofit organizations and will greatly
help the Society.

Discussion
followed on "The Wall of Honor." This opportunity will be sent
out to our members along with the letter for the renewal of yearly dues
in June.

Work
Night on February 21st

Donna
Davis had jobs lined up for all who wanted to work and it was a well-attended
and enjoyable evening. Before getting busy on the work for the evening,
several members looked at one of the latest accessions. Mr. Ron Rozsi
from the Chickaree Union Church, better known as the "Jesus Saves"
church, donated on "permanent loan" an orange and white quilt
made by the Church Sunday School and given as a Christmas gift to Pastor
Herbert Rager and his wife in 1938. The names of the church members are
embroidered onto the quilt and the Pastor's name and date are in the center
of the quilt. Mr. Herb Rager, a descendant of the Rev. Herbert Rager,
had given the quilt to the church but the members felt they did not have
the space to display it properly and wanted it to be preserved for future
generations. Many of the Society members found names of their own ancestors
on the quilt.


Barb Hakanen

Nant-Y-Glo
Tri Area Museum and Historical SocietyOverview
of the Meeting of November 1

Jackson
Township presents $20,000 check

Building
This meeting was largely about the interior of the building. The carpet
color for the walls and also the floor was decided upon. Also the color
of some of the track lighting but some of the lightening of the Multi
Purpose Area is yet to be decided. The coating of the entire roof of
the museum is completed. Rain spouting on the old Sheets side of the
building is now complete.

The following appeared in
the Johnstown Tribune-
Democrat's 'Laurels and
Barbs,' November 3, 2007

Activities:
We will be taking part in Jackson Townships Light Up Night on Nov. 24th.
We will be decorating a tree with laminated copies of the pictures on
the note cards that are for sale in the Nanty Glo Library.

Three
books by Jon Kennedy, The Everything Jesus Book sold. Our next
puzzle will be something from Blacklick Township.

Donation:
Much of the talk of the evening was of the donation from Jackson Township.
On October 29th, 2007, members of the Tri-Area Historical Society gathered
at the Liberty Theatre with the members of the Jackson Township Supervisors.
This meeting was for the presentation of a $20,000 check from the Township
to the NGTAMHS for the Liberty Museum project. We have received $10,000
and have the promise of another $10,000 if and when we get a grant for
that amount. This was a photo opportunity and Joe Vassalotti of the
Journal and Judy Rose from the Nanty Glo Home Page took many
pictures.

In
the photo below are: Left to right. Mark McElhany volunteer; George
Heit, a board member for 2008 and also a volunteer; Rich McDowell, board
member and also our draftsman; Randy Nihart, volunteer; Rita McGuire,
active member; Jim ‘Chief’ Toth, our Treasurer and the Project Manager;
Dave Bracken, Dave Hirko, Bruce Baker, and Guy Ellenberger, all Jackson
Township Supervisors; Helena Dropcho, VP for 2008; Barb Hakanen, current
VP, and Barbara Teeter, Secretary of the Society. The Supervisors were
given a tour of the building at the time so they could see just how
the work is progressing.

Nant-Y-Glo
Tri Area Museum and Historical SocietyOverview
of the Meeting of October 4

Museum
Building (former Liberty Theater):

The
tuck point of the outside of the building is complete. A boom lift was
rented for a day and the work was completed, starting at 8 a.m. and
ending at 8 p.m.

A
motion was made and passed by the board to have the roof coated before
winter. Our business plan is now finished and will be going to the printer
within the week.

Activities:

The
basket party held in September was very well attended and profitable
to the Society. Many are asking if we will do it again next year. No
decision has been made.

We
are now selling Sheetz tickets (good for a sandwich/salad and a drink,
at $4 a ticket) as a fund-raising activity. We will continue this through
the winter months.

Annual
Meeting of September 6, 2007

Officers
for 2008 were elected:

President

John
Dropcho

Vice
President

Helena
Dropcho

Secretary

Nancy
DeBiase

Treasurer

Jim
Toth

Board
Members for next year:

George
Heit

Rich
McDowell

Denny
Dixon

Cindy
Dixon

Barb
Hakanen

The
officers and board members become effective in January 2008

Book
Fundraiser Adopted at the September Meeting

Copies of the book, The Everything Jesus Book, donated by Jon
Kennedy, will be sold for the price printed on the cover, $14.95, plus
tax. The society will pay shipping and handling on any copies being
shipped. The author is a life member of the Society. The 304-page life
of Jesus and history of the church based on the New Testament and histories
of all major Christian bodies, is a mass market paperback published
by a major secular publishing house.

Nant-Y-Glo
Tri Area Museum and Historical SocietyOverview
of the Meetings of August 2 and August 16, 2007

Our August 2nd business meeting was held at the Fellowship
Hall of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church due to the Nanty
Glo Library's yearly Book Sale.

BASKET
PARTY: Mr. Mike Soyka, a former teacher at Nanty Glo, joined us to explain
a little more about the basket party we will be holding on Sept. 16th
at St. Nick's Church Hall. There is a $5.00 donation at the door and with
that the person will get a total of 25 tickets, plus one for the door
prize. The GCU Lodge 401 has agreed to sponsor us for this event and we
are hoping to be well supported by the community.

BUILDING: Jim Toth, our treasurer but also our project manager for the
Liberty Museum, gave the report on the building and things are happening
fast right now. The board voted to hire Keller Engineers Inc. and Kasun
Architects Inc. both of Hollidaysburg. Kasun Architects Inc. will be responsible
for getting the building's blueprints approved by Nick Bailey, the chief
building code official for the Cambria-Somerset Council of Government.
We are most blessed to have Rich McDowell on our board of Directors with
his background as a draftsman. Rich has been working very hard on the
many changes that have to be made in the plans of the building. John Dropcho
is also involved in designing the inside layout of the museum.

Several Nanty Glo residents are asking whether the society had or needed
a permit for the work being done in the theater. With no structural changes
being made yet, there is no need for a permit. Removing of paneling, drywall
and the old dropped ceiling is nearly 75 percent completed. We are also
75 percent done with the outside mortoring of the building and the paint
on the front of the building has been removed.

The building has also passed the asbestos inspection by the state Department
of Environmental Protection.

Our fund raising "thermometer" sign now hangs in one of the
front windows of the future museum for all to see.

The August 16th meeting was our "work" meeting with several
members getting things ready to take to the Vintondale Homecoming on September
1st. and 2nd. We will once again be using our tent for the event and last
two days of selling of the raffle tickets with the drawing being on Sunday
afternoon.

Included are some photos (above and below) … The Nanty Glo Homecoming
exhibit (top and bottom) and the display of woodcarvings done by the late
Frank Weight, Jr. (below). These were displayed at the Jackson Twp. Heritage
Festival.


Barb HakanenNGTAMHS

Nant-Y-Glo
Tri Area Museum and Historical SocietyOverview
of the Meeting of June 7, 2007,
7 p.m. at the Nanty Glo Library building

Most of the time at this meeting was given over to discussion
and making decisions on our building. At this time all the contents of
the building have been removed, with leftover sale items going to St.
Vincent DePaul's and St. Mary's Church for their sale later this summer.

We
are now in the process of getting the outside of the building acid cleaned,
tuck-pointed, and sealed before winter. This is a big undertaking and
may be a very expensive one. All the old signs that were on the building
have been taken down and that alone has given it much a cleaner look.

The
parking lot was also discussed at the meeting. The lot to the north (toward
the traffic light) has been leased to us from Nanty Glo Borough and we
will fill in, grade, and spread shale for this rear entry/exit parking
area.

Other
happenings:

Several
old photos were donated to the Society from Ron Rozsi of the Heisley and
Webster Mine area and also of a local fire. Other donated photos from
one of our newest members, Rita McGuire, were of several Teeter school
classes, along with a very old family photo.

July
will be a busy month for all of us with the Nanty Glo Homecoming at the
Park and Pool on July 7th and the Jackson Heritage Festival on July 21
and 22.

Raffle
Tickets are going well and this drawing will be at the Vintondale Homecoming
on Labor day weekend with the drawing on Sunday, September 2 at 3 p.m.
(Scroll down to the May report to see the list of prizes.)

The
basket party will be held on September 16th at St. Nicholas Church Hall
in Nanty Glo.

Memberships for 2007-08 are now coming in and the funds are being thankfully
received and prudently used by the Society.

The
above information is only an overview of the happenings at the meeting
and not the official minutes of the meeting. Barb Hakanen

Letter Drive Report: So far it is very encouraging. Address list
for the next mailing in process of finalization. Next mailing will be
the Nanty Glo area, Vintondale, and Blacklick Township. Meeting with Steve
from Municipal Marketing Services set for Mon. May 7th.

Puzzles: The second puzzle is going very well thanks to Jim Lauffer's
article in the Journal. Mail orders also coming in.

Indoor Yard Sale: To be held on Saturday, May 19, from 9 to 3 at
our new building. Jim and the boys went in and scrubbed floors and got
things in order. We will be at the building to price and set up on May
17th, a Thursday, from 9:30 AM to ? Everything must go!

The Nanty Glo Homecoming: We have purchased an 18 x 20 enclosed
canopy that we will use at this event. The date is July 7th and the location
will be the Park and Pool in Nanty Glo.

Raffle
Tickets: Jim Toth met with the Vintondale Council and we have permission
to do the drawing for the raffle ticket at the Vintondale Homecoming on
Sept 2nd at 3 p.m. The value of the tickets' 34 prizes is $1,015 (see
copy above). The top prize is $250 and the Vintondale Homecoming committee
has also donated $100 for the "last winner present" at the time
of the drawing. Cost of the ticket is $5 each and can be purchased from
the members of the NGTAMHS or at the Nanty Glo Library.

Jackson Township Heritage Festival: July 21 and 22nd. This year
we will have our photo contest at the festival instead of the Nanty Glo
Homecoming because of the indoor location in Jackson. Entry requirement
forms are at the Nanty Glo Library and can be picked up there. Prizes
are as follows:

1st
Prize a Ritz Camera Card
2nd Prize $30
3rd Prize $20 and
Two honorable mentions each receiving a $10 prize.
All five winners will receive a one year membership to the Society.

Basket
Party: The date is set for September 16th at St. Nicholas Church Hall
on Second Street.

The
above information is only an overview of the happenings at the meeting
and not the official minutes.


Barb
Hakanen

Overview
of the Meeting of the NGTAMHS on February 3, 2007,
Saturday 10 a.m. in Nanty Glo Library

This
was our second Saturday morning meeting. There will be another on March
3 and then we'll return to our regular schedule of the first Thursday
of each month at 7 p.m. in the Nanty Glo Library.

Deed
& Survey: We have received both the deed for our building and
the survey of the property.

Insurance:
The insurance on volunteers (as well as board members and active members
of the society) while working on the building, or at an event, went into
effect on February 1.

Building:
The furnace has been serviced and checked out. Rich McDowell will
arrange to have the oil delivered on Monday, February 5. A new thermostat
has also been installed. A meeting has been set up for February 15 at
8:30 a.m. to meet with a man
from Green, to talk to us about the improvements and
changes in the building and how we may do it all in an "earth friendly"
way.

Packet
for the PA Historical Commission: Jim Toth reported that the packet
has been sent to the Historical Commission with all the requirements needed.
We may not hear anything on this for two or three months. Our next step
will be an Organizational Grant.

Fund
Raising:

Sale:
A sale will be happening in our building come spring. Items from the
contents of the building, along with items donated, will be sold.

Raffle
Tickets: We will again be selling raffle tickets this year with prizes
to be given out at the Nanty Glo Homecoming in
July.

Two
additional events were discussed for fund raising
and more information will come on these ideas at a later date.

Please
note: The above is only an overview of the happenings at the meeting and
not the official minutes done by our Secretary Barbara Teeter.

Meetings
for January, February and March will be held on the first Saturday
of the month in the Nanty Glo Library at 10
a.m. This will be done so those who must drive long distances
at night will have a safer environment.

Committee
Reports:

Insurance
Options: It was voted on and passed to buy insurance on our volunteers.
This would cover all volunteers and also us, while working on the building
or at different functions during the next year. Jim Toth will keep a log of all work done and this will be given
to the insurance company each month. The number of volunteers and hours
worked will determine our total premium for the year. The base premium
is $175. We will try this and see if it will work with our limited finances.

Building
Report: Right now most of the work on the furnace is completed.

Rich
H. will contact Danny Hoover to have the furnace checked out and serviced.
Rich McDowell will call for oil prices. Currently, we have one-quarter
tank of oil. Most of the old stage has been removed and new lighting has
been put in the basement for the food pantry.

Letter
Fund Drive
Report:Steve, from Municipal
Marketing Services, will be sending the packet soon with all the addresses
and the committee will set up a meeting to be sure we don’t have doubles
listed.

Post
Card Book: Bill wants to include more than just postcards. Donna,
John and Bill will be the committee on this book.

Puzzles:
We have only two left and they will be gone soon. It was decided to
do the second one of something in JacksonTownship and have it ready
for the Jackson Township Festival by July 20-22.

2007
Events to be planned

Events
include:

Spring Sale at our new home. Date not yet set.

Nanty
Glo Homecoming Days - July 4th weekend.

Jackson
Twp. Festival - July 20-22

Projects
include:

Three
or four items for sale were discussed.

NTAMHS
ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2003

November
30, 2003

There
are few changes in our status for the past year. The list of collectibles
continues to grow, crowding our space in the second floor of the library.
The genealogy library is expanding and many people are requesting obituary
searches (scroll down this page for a link to more information on this
service).

Our membership has increased , we now have approximately 125 members,
including single and family memberships. Our treasurer's report as of
November 6, 2003 lists our total balance as $12,378.43. This includes
monies from memberships, fund raisers, and memorials.

The
officers elected for the coming year are: Janet Toth, retained as president;
Nancy Debiase, retained as vice president; Barbara Teeter, secretary;
Lynn Smith, treasurer.
Dennis Dixon asked to be excused from his position on the board of directors
and he was replaced by Bill Martin. Betty Leonard is retained as chaplain.

Janet
Toth, president

Society
releases 2002 annual report

November
16, 2002

The
Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area Museum and Historical Society (NTAMHS) has released
a 2003 calendar featuring historical photographs of various sites in
the Blacklick Valley. It has already been mailed to the society's membership
along with the annual report of the society's progress for 2002.

Rare photo of Nanty Glo's
Capitol Theater
is calendar's memento for September. The former 'Showplace of
Cambria County' was destroyed by arson in 1968. Click the photo
for slightly better view of photo.

Each
page of the calendar also has advertisements for current area businesses,
including some with Johnstown, Loretto, and Ebensburg addresses. The
calendar is being given, one each, without charge to all members of
the Society, including ones who join while there are still copies available.
Please check the details about memberships available, at the top of
this page. Nonmembers or members wanting additional calendars can obtain
copies for a $3 donation to the society and a shipping charge of $1.50
for one or two copies, $2.50 for three or four copies, and $3.50 for
five or six copies. For more than six copies, call Barb at 814-749-9415,
or Nancy at 814-749-0093.

Annual
report

The annual report for the society was released by Barbara Hakanen, president.
It itemizes five areas of activity for the year:

1.
The Society continues to collect and record items of historic value
and contain them in the upper storage area of the Nanty Glo Public Library,
locatied at 942 Roberts Street. These items, too numberous to mention
here, have no set monetary value. We are pleased at the generosity of
the public, who have given coal buckets, miners' lamps, hats, books,
and pictures. The Society's two bookcases in the Library, have family
history and genealogy books, along with yearbooks, obituary listings
from the Journal and the Tribune-Democrat, cemetery lists,
census information, and more. Our filing cabinet contains "Family"
files and "ABC" files with even more information.

2. There have been no principal changes in assets and liabilities during
the past year.

Nanty Glo, December
6, 2001The meeting of the Nant-Y-Glo Tri-Area
Museum and Historical Society on December 6, 2001, resulted in a decision
being made about our newsletter being done twice a year, a spring edition
and fall edition.

The CD being prepared about
Nanty Glo on behalf of the Society is coming along nicely, but we do not
yet know when it will be completed. Lots of work has gone into
this, and John Dropcho is the one carrying most of the workload for this
project.

We were pleased to accept
a gift from Ann Louise (Little) Jensen, who taught school at the Wagner
building for many years. She gave the Society her 1938 yearbook from Nanty
Glo High School. This, she said, was the first year there was a yearbook.
She also gave us every photo of the many class reunions held over the
years. But perhaps the greatest gift she gave the Society was a large
black Scrapbook she kept during the years of World War II. The Scrapbook
contains poems, photos, and postcards she saved over this time period.
She would cut out the many photos of the local men and women who went
to fight that war and there are pages and pages of photos.

The Society has taken the
book apart (and put it back together again) and photocopied the pictures.
We have put them in alphabetical order, into a 3-ring binder that is now
in the NTAMHS bookcase at the Nanty Glo Public Library. The Post Cards,
most sent to her father, Elmer Little, have also been photocopied front
and back and are also in the binder. We invite the public to stop in and
take a look...

After the meeting we had a
small Christmas party... BLH

Report of meeting of June 22, 2000

(Reported by Barbara Hakanen)

Nanty Glo, June 23,
2000In the meeting last night we discussed
mostly fund raising. We are considering sweatshirts/T-shirts, etc., with
the Logo on. We have a great little shop here in town owned by O'Farrell's
(located on Lloyd Street across from the Methodist Church). They do embroidery
work (computers can do almost anything) and they are beautiful. Jennifer
will be working up some colors for us. John Dropcho was absent (couldn't
be helped) so he was not there when we were talking about the colors of
the Logo and doesn't even know about it yet (being away for several days).
The colors will not be like the one
you have. I believe Jennifer will do a completely new one. We hope
to be able to offer them soon but LOTS of details to be worked out.

We are also in the process of becoming
incorporated.

Bill Martin gave us a great item in the
Journal. Front page with the picture of the Logo... Great.

Report of meeting of May 25,
2000

Nanty Glo, May 26, 2000Bylaws,
membership, mission statements, accession papers, and tax forms were among
the items considered at last night's meeting.

The eleven attendees included two new participants,
Nancy Bracken Debiase and Dez Warzel, both of the Blacklick Township.

The NTAMHS logo was reported to be delayed
a bit because of an accident involving John Dropcho, codirector and artist
in charge of the project, who hopes to have it done by next meeting.

An organization email address has been
set up at libertyproject1@verizon.net.
The possibility of having Denise Duzsa Weber coming to speak to the group
about her Vintondale history book was discussed but tabled on a report
that she is in Europe.

Next meeting will be June 8, 7 p.m., at
the Nanty Glo Public Library. All interested members of the community
are welcome. By that meeting, codirector Barbara Hakanen reported, she
and Donna Davis hope to have prepared a space in the upper floor of the
Library for a historical corner.

Report
of organizational meeting, May 11 2000

Nanty Glo, May 12, 2000Twelve
community members met last night at the Nanty Glo Public Library to formally
organize a community museum and historical society.

Barbara Hakanen reported that those attending
included John & Helena Dropcho, Donna Davis, Dennis Dixon, Theresa Golias,
Rich Ondriezek, Greg O'Farrell, Bill Martin, Zelda Dugan, Bob Mulvehill,
Rich Hakanen and herself. The name chosen for the group is The Nant-Y-Glo
Tri-Area Museum and Historical Society. A Logo of an open mine entrance
with farming on one side to represent Jackson Township and lumbering on
the other for Blacklick Valley.

They decided that the names of Jackson
Township and Blacklick Township will be on the Logo but not on the address,
as it would be too long. John Dropcho is working on the logo

Officers chosen at the meeting are: codirectors,
John Dropcho and Barbara Hakanen; secretary, Donna Davis; treasurer, Theresa
Golias. The group agreed to meet biweekly until the forming process and
paper work is mostly accomplished. The next meeting will be Thursday,
May 25, at 7 p.m., at the Library, with all interested members of the
community invited to participate.

They agreed to set up email accounts for
the organization and its officers through Hotmail. The society web page
will be added to the Nanty Glo Home Page Internet site, and its proprietor,
Jon Kennedy, volunteered and was asked to set it up and maintain it. The
Logo will be added to it as soon as it is completed.